is your make-up ageing you: lips
You never forget to cleanse, are generous with your moisturiser, and know that eye creams should only ever be lightly patted on. Still, you look older than your age. How can this be? The answer could lie in your make-up bag. Here are the common beauty mistakes that may be responsible for adding years to your appearance.
Your lip liner is a darker shade than your lipstick
A dark line drawn around your mouth can actually make lips look smaller and emphasise fine lines. The key to younger-looking lips is to make them appear more voluminous by using a liner that is the same shade as your lipstick. Neutral caramel shades also work wonders at enhancing lips, as lighter colours tend to give the illusion of fullness. Make-up artists agree that you should never go outside your lip line. Use a wax pencil, as they last longer and are a more effective barrier against vertical lipstick bleeding. Try Sheer Lipliner in Thé Glacé, $45, by Sisley, 1300 780 800.
Red lips are your signature look
Brightly-coloured lipstick is so hot right now, but be wary if you’ve been wearing the same shade since you first started slicking a stick on. “Your skin tone changes as you get older, so you need to alter your make-up palette accordingly,” says make-up artist Elsa Morgan, adding that, “Sometimes bright red lipstick can drain your complexion and make your lips look smaller.” It’s all about choosing the right shade for your skin type and going for creamy, textured lipsticks that hydrate and plump up lips. We love Creamy Lip Color in Rose Petal, $44, from Bobbi Brown, 1800 061 326, as it leaves the lips soft and glossy. Nude lipstick can deaden your complexion, but if you add a slick of lipgloss in a natural shade over the top, like Shiny Lip Plumper in 5, $47, by YSL, 02 9965 9700, the shine will soften the colour, making your lips appear lusher.
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